Greenpeace speakers

Greenpeace Speakers are trained volunteers who deliver inspiring talks across the country about the challenges of protecting our planet and what people can do to help. Invite a Speaker to your school, office or event, or become a Speaker yourself.

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Greenpeace Speakers are passionate about building a green and peaceful world. They’re only too happy to share that passion and talk about the solutions to our environmental problems.

Whether discussing how we can get climate change under control or protect rainforests and oceans, Greenpeace Speakers can provide engaging insights into the environmental challenges we face. They can also talk about Greenpeace’s history and the work we do. Speakers deliver talks to a range of audiences, for example a school on the issue of plastics, a business talking about climate change or a local council about air pollution.

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Inviting a speaker to talk to your colleagues, class or group is a great way to start conversations about our place in the natural world.

Select your region to find and invite a speaker:

Hayley Pinto

I’m a doctor and a mother. The urgency and scale of climate change motivates me to do what I can, for my kids and to save the natural world I love.
As a doctor I’m interested in the health implications of environmental degradation but I’ve found it fascinating to learn about other aspects: ecosystems, agriculture, economics, energy, etc
I’m passionate about the need to educate and engage communities and individuals. I love teaching and have done talks with schools, university students, health care staff and community groups.
| Based in: Marsham |
Topics of interest: Any, but esp. climate change (incl. health impacts) and oceans |
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Jim Lomas-Farley

I have been a keen Greenpeace supporter for many years and now have the time to devote my energy and enthusiasm to assisting with spreading awareness of the very real ecological threats to our planet.
I’d like to engage with anyone who will listen, and some who would rather not! Protecting the planet is not a job for Superman, it is the job of every man, woman and child and it will be accomplished by everyone doing what they can.
| Based in: Huntingdon |
Topics of Interest: Oceans, deforestation, climate change |
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Cath Sutherland

To stop the damage that humans are doing to our world, we need action at a governmental and international level. Individuals changing their lifestyles is not enough. Politicians will take action if they think their voters care about the environment and so getting across to ordinary people is crucial.
As a Greenpeace speaker I try to put our message across in the right way for whoever the audience happens to be. I work part-time as a Humanist Celebrant, and have been a charity fundraiser, a lecturer (and lots of other things!) in the past.
| Based in: Nottingham |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Shirley Waterhouse

Excited by the work of Greenpeace as a teenager, inspired by the daring missions of the original Rainbow Warrior ship, I've been a supporter for many years, and now campaign with my local group.
I work in the pharmaceutical sector but also have experience in education and training and am encouraged that so many young people hold the future of our planet close to their hearts - those of us a bit older need to be acting too. There is no time for waiting anymore.
| Based in: Northampton/work in St Albans |
Topics of interest: climate change, deforestation, Arctic/Antarctic |
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Athen Ayren

I remember hearing in school about rainforests being chopped down, and thinking surely someone would do something about it. It didn't occur to me that that person might be me. Yet here I am, a tiny cog in the bigger picture, doing what I can in my spare time.
That spare time is limited as I am busy (I'm a musician) but baby steps add up. Together with the Greenpeace family we've made many small changes which accumulate into big change. When we work together we become powerful. We need every person – no matter who - to do what they can.
| Based in: North London (East Finchley) |
Topics of interest: Forests |
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Camilla Berens

I am a freelance journalist and environmental activist. I first became involved in peaceful direct action in the mid-1990s, campaigning against the government’s motorway building programme and later joined Plane Stupid to highlight the environmental dangers of airport expansion.
I have also been involved in campaigns to oppose the building of nuclear power stations around the UK. I have been a Greenpeace Local Group Coordinator for ten years and, in 2015, I became chair of a solar-tactic local co-operative that installs solar arrays on local primary schools.
| Based in: Lewisham |
Topics of interest: Air pollution, sustainable energy |
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Fearghal Corbett

I first became properly engaged in environmental concerns when I saw Al Gore’s film An Inconvenient Truth in 2006. I joined my local Greenpeace group in 2013 and have co-run the Shoreditch group since 2015. We have a fantastic group of volunteers who, as part of Greenpeace, are making a difference.
I’ve been involved in all kinds of campaigns from London air pollution to John West tuna. My day job is as a self-employed graphic designer.
As a Greenspeaker, I hope to spread the word about environmental issues and the good work Greenpeace does.
| Based in: Hackney |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Gale Burns

I’ve been involved with environmental issues for some time, but the recent UN Report (2018) has spurred me on to be more active. I’m inspired by Greenpeace’s history of direct action and wealth of experience, and enjoy representing the organisation – giving presentations to a wide range of groups, and where appropriate, using group skills to help people deal with feelings that might hinder effective action – including building and ensuring diversity within groups.
Although the challenges are great, for the first time, we have a cause that is in absolutely vital to all!
| Based in: Forest Hill |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Lisa Thomson

I have known about and been inspired by Greenpeace’s work for as long as I can remember! Driven by environmental destruction I saw through the media, I got involved in 2002 as an active supporter in my local group.
I am a filmmaker in my day job, working on broadcast, arts and educational films. In my spare time, I co-run the Camden Greenpeace group.
I am a confident communicator and love talking to people of all ages and backgrounds.
I believe education is the most powerful tool we have to change the world for the better, and as a Greenspeaker, I want to inspire others to be that change!
| Based in: East Finchley |
Topics of Interest: Any |
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Paul Twiney

I love our beautiful planet and its amazing biodiversity.
As a business adviser I work with organisations to help them design their futures and figure out the changes required to get there. The environmental challenges we face require us to make changes in our personal and working lives.
I am happy presenting and having large group conversations. Whether you are a school, student group, public or private organisation, I want to speak with people interested in learning about Greenpeace, its campaigns and the things we can do to help our planet thrive.
| Based in: Camberwell |
Topics of interest: Climate Change, Oceans, Plastics |
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Ray Cansick

Hello, I'm Ray. My background is in accountancy and IT - previously I worked for a Big 4 accountancy firm. I'm now self-employed, working part-time in the cultural sector, and also volunteer in areas that I care about - equality, sport, architecture, and of course the environment.
I've been involved with Greenpeace for a number of years initially in Australia and now in the UK. I became a Greenspeaker to help inform organisations and people about the issues facing our planet and what they can do to help.
| Based in: Central London |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Roisin Robinson

I got involved with Greenpeace back when the words Global Warming and Climate Change appeared. Having four children I thought I should find out more. Greenpeace provided information and I joined the volunteer network.
I worked as a local journalist. I helped start several South London groups and now run Greenpeace Bromley. I have made many close friends and enjoyed being a Greenpeace orang-utan, taking part in festivals and campaigning on street stalls.
I feel it is important to link with the community to show them how Greenpeace peaceful campaigns have changed the world for the better.
| Based in: Bromley |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Shirley Waterhouse

Excited by the work of Greenpeace as a teenager, inspired by the daring missions of the original Rainbow Warrior ship, I've been a supporter for many years, and now campaign with my local group.
I work in the pharmaceutical sector but also have experience in education and training and am encouraged that so many young people hold the future of our planet close to their hearts - those of us a bit older need to be acting too. There is no time for waiting anymore.
| Based in: Northampton/work in St Albans |
Topics of interest: climate change, deforestation, Arctic/Antarctic |
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Summreen Sheikh

I’ve been supporting Greenpeace since a teenager, when i saw the anti-whaling protests, and have become more active recently. I work in sustainability/environmental management.
In my spare time I lead cycle rides for adults, teach children to cycle, and volunteer at a local social justice charity. I enjoy giving presentations and was inspired by a talk on the Arctic 30.
I would like to talk to a captive audience about GPs campaigns and inspire them to take action too. I am based in Berkshire and am particularly interested in the impact of waste and what we can do about it!
| Based in: Reading |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Ruth Drake

I was lucky enough to spend my childhood exploring the beautiful woods, valleys and hills of Northumberland. This sparked a lifelong love of nature and the desire to protect it.
I work as a researcher for the public sector and charities, helping organisations reach their audience and in my free time I love running and walking in nature.
As an individual it’s so easy to feel overwhelmed and powerless, but Greenpeace has proven that when we work together we can change the world one little bit at a time. That is why I am a member of Greenpeace and a Greenspeaker.
| Based in: Prudhoe |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Niall Macfadyen

I am a retired engineer, married with two grown up children. I have experience in global businesses including renewable energy, waste reduction and sustainable business practices.
I am currently involved in local campaigns for a straw-free city, as well as sustainable palm oil, no fracking in Cheshire, reducing single use plastic and better cycling infrastructure.
I have been a supporter of Greenpeace for many years and have seen the impact and results that direct action has achieved. I am happy to travel and speak within the North Wales/Chester/Manchester/Liverpool area.
| Location: Chester |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Chris Jardine

I first became aware of environmental issues during an assembly in primary school when a guest speaker talked to us about the catastrophic effect of human activity on our planet. Protecting it requires collective action, which in turn requires a lot more greenspeaking! I initially became involved with Greenpeace when I was living in France and attended some of their talks. Outside of Greenpeace activities, I have worked with primary, secondary and university students and am happy to tailor my presentations to suit your group’s needs.
| Based in: Edinburgh |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Daryl Tayar

We live in an amazingly beautiful world, yet this beauty is often in danger. I remember when I was much younger seeing a magazine cover of a wonderful Arctic landscape which was melting - it made me realise I had to do something myself, and try to be part of the solution.
That’s why I joined Greenpeace, to keep our planet green and make it peaceful! I’m a teacher so I understand the impact that passing on knowledge can have...and as a Greenspeaker, I want to tell our campaign stories, and help people to change the world for the better.
| Based in: Glasgow |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Rachael Wilson

To be a part of Greenpeace is very empowering. They are doing amazing work to protect our planet and ecosystem. We are in danger of losing what makes the world such a unique and beautiful place and every step must be taken in order to prevent that from happening.
Alongside my Greenpeace involvement I am currently studying politics. Through Greenpeace and my studies, I have been able to engross myself in the environmental issues we face and want to play my own role in protecting our planet. I believe that every individual is capable of making positive changes big or small.
| Based in: East Kilbride/ Glasgow |
Topic of interest: Any |
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Sally Romilly

What inspires me so much about Greenpeace? The non-negotiable non-violence is a key core value for me. That and just getting things done, the things we all know deep down to be right.
My day job is very much in-keeping with Greenpeace values, as a Global Learning Adviser with a small not-for-profit organisation which is trying to make the world a fairer, more sustainable and peaceful place through education for change. When I’m not trying to save the world (is there ever off-duty time?) I enjoy cycling, gardening and trying out new vegan recipes on my husband!
| Based in: Newport-on-Tay, Fife |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Ellen Pilsworth

I’m an academic researcher and teacher of German literature.
I've always been concerned about climate change, but the hot summer of 2018 really brought home to me how urgent the situation is. I also watched Simon Amstell’s film Carnage which imagines the UK in 2067, by which time sea levels have risen considerably. These ‘wake up’ moments inspired me to make changes in my own life and eventually led me to volunteer with Greenpeace. I’ve been so impressed their organisation, and by how creative their campaigns are!
| Based in: Reading |
Topics of Interest: Any |
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Holly Berry

I adore walking and roaming the British countryside and hate to see the way we often treat our planet. I've decided that the only way to help it is to use my time to make the most impact possible. I fell in love with Greenpeace as they have an amazing track record and tackle the most vital issues in ways that have direct impact.
Greenspeaking is an excellent way to allow curious and environmentally conscious people talk to real and passionate volunteers, so that we can collect and plan for the longevity of our world’s environment.
| Based in: Portsmouth |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Jamie Smith

I’ve been a Greenpeace supporter since 2016 and a member of the local group in Brighton since 2018. For many years I have worked both as an Event Manager and Tour Leader.
The role of Greenpeace Speaker is an opportunity to combine my experience in public speaking with my passion for protecting the environment. My hope is that through my presentations I will inspire people of all ages and backgrounds to take a greater interest in protecting our planet, and to realise the potential we all have to make a difference!
| Based in: Brighton |
Topics of interest: Any |
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John Halladay

I first became aware of Greenpeace when the Rainbow Warrior was sunk in Auckland in 1985. I immediately became a supporter and I now lead the Canterbury group.
I've campaigned with Greenpeace to protect our oceans and forests, to protect the Arctic and the Antarctic, to stop fracking and to prevent climate change. Greenpeace actions have taken me all over Europe and the UK and I have seen the inside of more than one police cell.
By being a Greenspeaker I hope to help people understand what is happening and demonstrate practical steps they can take.
| Based in: Canterbury|
Topics of interest: Climate change |
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Julia Spragg

I’ve been involved with Greenpeace since 1989 and first participated in direct action in 1993 to oppose the expansion of the nuclear power industry. After working as a research scientist for 20 years I became a consultant and trainer working for voluntary sector organisations funding health, medicine and research.
As part of the Greenpeace group in Oxford, I had already spoken to many people in many contexts about Greenpeace and its campaigns, so becoming a Greenspeaker was a great way to tell others about how Greenpeace works and why it’s an effective organisation.
| Based in: Oxford |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Karen Fitzgerald

I am not your traditional activist, but I am motivated to act when I see the negative impact humans are having on our oceans, forests, climate and our diversity of life.
With over 25 years’ experience of presenting in professional environments I decided to put my communication skills to good use as a Greenpeace Speaker. My strength is presenting complex issues simply and making real the actions we can all take.
I would be delighted to talk you, whether you are a school, community group or an organisation, exploring together how we can live in balance with our environment.
| Based in: Buckingham/work in Angel, London |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Kerry Stevenson

I am a Greenpeace volunteer and local group co-ordinator for Kingston & Richmond. We have many beautiful areas locally that deserve protecting – but on a wider scale I'd like to see younger generations having a positive impact on global environmental decisions.
Feeling the success of Greenpeace campaigns spurs me on to encourage students to get involved and see that they can have a real impact. We need a fresh, green generation to emerge!
| Based in: Walton-On-Thames |
Topics of interest: Any but in particular plastic use, intensive agriculture and environmental impact, protection of indigenous land, protection of forests and overfishing |
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Mandeep Dhillon

I'm a Legal Counsel for work and a committed environmentalist in my own time. Prior to becoming a Greenpeace Speaker, I also founded an environmental foundation to educate people on the issues of our time and to support projects around the world that build climate resilience, protect vulnerable wildlife and restore balance to threatened ecosystems and communities.
I became a Speaker in order to raise awareness, create positive impact and demonstrate to different audiences what impact they can have to protect our planet.
| Based in: Iver, South Buckinghamshire |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Pat Smith

I’ve supported Greenpeace for many years; I bought a ‘Stop Acid Rain’ umbrella about 40 years ago which is still going strong! Since I retired I have time to cycle so I ditched my car – not literally - and now I cycle or use public transport.
I live in Dorking which has two very local areas threatened by oil drilling so I’m particularly interested in their campaigns against plastic and fracking. I used to teach English and Drama so I enjoy speaking in front of an audience (of all ages) especially when it’s about something I feel strongly about. I also like a difficult question or two!
| Based in: Dorking |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Summreen Sheikh

I’ve been supporting Greenpeace since a teenager, when i saw the anti-whaling protests, and have become more active recently. I work in sustainability/environmental management.
In my spare time I lead cycle rides for adults, teach children to cycle, and volunteer at a local social justice charity. I enjoy giving presentations and was inspired by a talk on the Arctic 30.
I would like to talk to a captive audience about GPs campaigns and inspire them to take action too. I am based in Berkshire and am particularly interested in the impact of waste and what we can do about it!
| Based in: Reading |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Andy Parsons

A member of Greenpeace since I was a teenager, I’ve been a local group activist since the Bath group was ‘re-booted’ in 2015.
I work in a local craft brewery, but in a former life I researched the effects of climate change on polar ecosystems. I have worked in both the Arctic and Antarctic and seen first hand some of the effects human activities are having.
I started campaigning in the 1980s, motivated by the concept of social justice. I don’t believe we can have a socially just world without protecting our environment.
| Based in: Bath |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Hamish Evans

I’m studying at Bath University and work part time on an organic farm. When I was 16 I moved onto a canal boat on the Kennet and Avon canal for a more environmentally friendly lifestyle in a strong community. I now have a permanent mooring in Bathampton next to the food growing co-operative I am part of.
I’m involved in local and national environmental groups, Greenpeace being one of them - which led me to train as a Speaker. I've run various eco workshops and spoken to school groups before, including at the Youth Climate Summit 2019.
| Based in: Bath |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Jenny Brock

A recently-joined member of Greenpeace, I am a freelance artist and part-time exam invigilator currently living in the Bristol and Bath area.
Environmental issues are my passion – including plant-based living, sustainable transport, and renewable energy – and I have always been interested in helping and passing on helpful information to others.
We only have one planet, and nothing else matters if we don’t look after it and all its inhabitants. The responsibility lies with us.
| Based in: Keynsham |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Richard Baxter

I’m a semi-retired teacher who has lived and worked in the Bristol area since the 1990s. I first got involved in the Bristol Greenpeace group and now help run the Bristol group with a focus on social media and recording our activities through blogs, photos and videos.
I feel it is essential that Greenpeace has the ability to reach out to the local community and highlight the problems facing our environment, and solutions to those problems. Doing nothing is no longer an option.
Recently I have been involved in the campaign against fracking and am also trying to reduce my plastic footprint.
| Based in: Bristol |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Richard Lancaster

I’m a married software engineer, with two adult daughters and four grandchildren. I’ve been an activist with Greenpeace since the early 1980s originally joining to support the anti-whaling campaign and agreed with Paul Watson when he said “The truth is that if we cannot save the whales, we will not save ourselves.”
By giving talks to schools, universities, youth, community and faith groups I hope to inform people of the dangers facing the environment, enthuse them take action and to give them the belief that they really can make a difference, so that together we can make a better world.
| Based in: Nailsea |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Bronach Johnston

I’ve been involved in Greenpeace since the 1990s but only more actively involved over the past 15 years or so.
I enjoy engaging with the public on environmental issues. I have also campaigned at several festivals including Glastonbury and Latitude, as well as small local ones. I feel it is vital to raise awareness by talking to people face to face and showing there are solutions to the problems we face.
Recently I moved from Salisbury to Cardiff and am involved in helping re-launch the group there.
Becoming a Greenpeace speaker will allow me to reach a bigger audience on issues that we currently face.
| Based in: Cardiff |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Malcolm Carroll

I live by the Severn in mid-Wales with wife, Becky, 10yr old daughter Chloe, chickens, ducks and polytunnel. I joined Greenpeace because of its passion and professionalism and has been involved for 20 years. I’ve been getting to know Wales better by walking the Coastal Path.
I’ve taken part in Greenpeace actions on three continents. I love presenting on Greenpeace itself, its campaigns, and its challenging ethic of nonviolence. I’m happy to travel in Wales and the West Midlands, which I’ve got to know whilst completing a PhD at Aston Business School.
| Based in: Caersws |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Neil Jones

I’ve been a Greenpeace volunteer for 10 years, co-ordinating a successful local group. I’m up to date on all campaigns so happy to speak about anything from climate change to protecting our forests and oceans.
I’m a qualified teacher, confident speaking to people of all ages and those with special educational needs. I love to get others as inspired as I am about how Greenpeace is making a real difference and protecting our planet for future generations.
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| Based in: Aberystwyth |
Topics of Interest: Any |
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Malcolm Carroll

I live by the Severn in mid-Wales with wife, Becky, 10yr old daughter Chloe, chickens, ducks and polytunnel. I joined Greenpeace because of its passion and professionalism and has been involved for 20 years. I’ve been getting to know Wales better by walking the Coastal Path.
I’ve taken part in Greenpeace actions on three continents. I love presenting on Greenpeace itself, its campaigns, and its challenging ethic of nonviolence. I’m happy to travel in Wales and the West Midlands, which I’ve got to know whilst completing a PhD at Aston Business School.
| Based in: Caersws |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Alan Rawlinson

I am a primary school teacher in Leeds with a degree in Ecology.
It was my early travel experiences that gave me a passion for social justice and caring for our fragile planet - knowing the effect that climate change will have on the most marginalised people of the world.
As a Greenspeaker, I have addressed a wide range of audiences from KS1 assemblies to University students to Third Age clubs.
| Based in: Leeds (because of being teacher I am unfortunately only able to deliver talks in evening and weekends) |
Topics of interest: Any, but in particular climate change and plastics |
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Mike Nutt

I've spent most of my working life as a GP in the NHS, but I've also volunteered as doctor in Africa.
I see the natural world with its incredible beauty and biodiversity as a God-given gift to humanity, and it frustrates and saddens me greatly when I continue to hear news of our persistent abuse and degradation of our amazing planet and the other living creatures with whom we share it.
Greenpeace has a great track record of both highlighting and standing up to this stupidity, so I am proud to swell the ranks and help more, now I have moved to semi-retirement and have the time to do so.
| Based in: Sheffield |
Topics of interest: Any |
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Become a Greenpeace Speaker

If you love talking about the environment and are confident speaking in front of groups of people, you could be a Greenpeace Speaker. You’ll be given training and provided with presentation materials, and you’ll need to spend some time developing talks for each event. You’ll also need to factor in travel times to different venues, and travel expenses will be covered. The only other things you need to bring are your dedication and a friendly smile.

We run trainings for new Speakers twice a year, with the next being in spring 2020. We do our best to invite everyone who applies but we can’t guarantee a place.

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